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How to Do a Soap Flush Test
A soap flush test requires a mixture of dish detergent and water that, once applied, forces insects to the surface of the soil.
Read MoreFall Strategies for Spring Insect Control
Fall is the perfect time to start taking actionable prevention steps for insect control before spring comes around.
Read MoreSod Webworms in Home Lawns
Do you suspect a sod webworm issue in your lawn? Discover how to identify, prevent and treat a sod webworm invasion at home.
Read MoreHow to Use Bifen XTS and Bifen L/P for Insect Control
Bifen XTS Liquid Insecticide and Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules serve as great tools to control the most common of lawn insects.
Read MoreThe Best Insect Killers for Home Lawns
Sod University compiles a list of the top-rated, most popular and effective insect killers available to homeowners.
Read MoreHow to Use Spectracide Immunox for Fungus and Insect Control
This easy-to-use pest control product offers treatment for lawn disease and insects in one combined bottle.
Read MoreWhat is a Billbug and How to Control Them
A billbug is a weevil or snout-beetle that, in its larval form, can cause damage to your lawn and is often misdiagnosed as drought stress.
Read MoreHow to Use Spectracide Triazicide Insect Killer for Lawns and Landscapes Concentrate
This Sod University article covers information on properly using the popular product, Spectracide Triazicide, on outdoor insects and bugs.
Read MoreHow to Choose a Company for Lawn Care Treatment
Learn about what you should look for in a lawn treatment company that applies control products to your lawn.
Read MoreDon’t You Deserve a Mosquito-Free Summer?
It’s time to reclaim your outdoor living space from pesky mosquitos so that you can enjoy it to the max all year long.
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